ACA Midwest Region – 2026 Leadership Development Academy
Navigating Change: Advocacy Leadership in a Complex World
Join us for an inspiring and transformative experience at the 2026 Leadership Development Academy, where mental health professionals from across the Midwest will come together to grow, connect, and lead with purpose.
Hosted by the Nebraska Counseling Association, this dynamic conference will take place November 6–8, 2026, at the Omaha Marriott Downtown in Omaha, Nebraska. Designed for counselors, educators, and mental health leaders at all stages of their careers, this year’s theme—Navigating Change: Advocacy Leadership in a Complex World—focuses on equipping professionals with the tools, insight, and confidence needed to lead effectively in an ever-evolving landscape.
Attendees can expect engaging sessions, meaningful networking opportunities, and forward-thinking discussions centered on advocacy, leadership development, and the future of the counseling profession. Whether you're looking to strengthen your leadership voice, stay ahead of emerging challenges, or connect with passionate peers, this academy offers an energizing space to do just that.
Additional details, including keynote speakers and session offerings, will be announced soon—stay tuned!
We look forward to welcoming you to Omaha for a weekend of growth, collaboration, and inspiration.
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This conference, barring unforeseen technical issues, will be recorded and available to registrants for playback and to obtain CE's from November 16th until February 15th, 2027.
Live attendance the day of will be the only registration option. We will not be offering live zoom registrations for this conference.
If you wish to submit a proposal to be a breakout speaker, apply HERE.
If you are interested in being a student volunteer, apply HERE.
If you are interested in being a sponsor, that registration will open shortly HERE.
If you need to register a group and would like a single invoice, please email us at NCA@necounseling.org.
CEU certificates will be provided by the NCA following your successful completion of a CE quiz (8/10 correct). If you have not received your live CEU by November 9th at 12pm, and it is not in your spam folder, please email us at nca@necounseling.org. Registrants are responsible for maintaining their record of their CE's.
Recordings of the the conference will be available beginning November 15th, 2026, and will close February 15th, 2027 at 5pm. All CE quizzes are due at that time.
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***CANCELLATION POLICY: All registration changes, cancellations, and refund requests made prior to October 1st will be refunded 100%. Cancellation requests made between October 1st and October 20th will be processed with a $75 cancellation fee ($50 for Student/New Retired categories). No refunds of any kind will be granted after October 21st, 2026 for any reason. Refunds will not be issued for no-shows. Please note, you may register and choose the pay later option.
***Payments are due at check in for the conference. If a check is being mailed on your behalf by a business, it MUST be received at 6911 Van Dorn Street, Suite 2, Lincoln NE 68506 by no later than October 21st, 2026. In-person attendees may pay at check-in if needed.
